Possum Control

Possum Control in Southern Georgia & Northern Florida

Possum Control Backed by Regional Experience Since 1969

Nighttime scratching, droppings, odors, or disturbed insulation may indicate that a possum has entered an attic, crawlspace, porch, shed, or garage. Effective possum control begins with identifying the animal, locating possible access points, and evaluating the conditions supporting its activity.

We assess possum concerns at homes and businesses throughout Southern Georgia and Northern Florida. Our inspection-led approach considers reported sightings, sheltered areas, food and water sources, and potential entry points before we recommend next steps.

Call (229) 404-4872 to discuss the signs you’ve noticed and request a possum assessment for your property.

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A Property-Specific Plan Beyond the Immediate Sighting

Our family-owned company has served the region since 1969. That history informs how we evaluate seasonal conditions, building features, and nearby food or shelter that may contribute to opossum activity.

We use Integrated Pest Management, which combines inspection, monitoring, exclusion considerations, sanitation, and targeted product use when appropriate. For possum activity, we look beyond the animal itself to identify access points and attractants that may allow the problem to continue.

We offer one-time, monthly, bi-monthly, and quarterly options for pest-control needs. Rather than applying the same schedule to every property, we recommend a plan based on the conditions and broader pest activity identified during the inspection.

Signs of Possum Activity Around Your Property

The Virginia opossum is primarily nocturnal, so signs often appear after dark or become noticeable the next morning. A single outdoor sighting doesn’t necessarily mean an animal has entered a structure, but repeated activity or indoor evidence warrants closer evaluation.

Common signs and activity areas include:

Nighttime noise: Scratching, shuffling, or movement in attics, crawlspaces, garages, or beneath decks.
Animal waste: Droppings, urine, nesting material, or persistent odors in sheltered spaces.
Property disturbance: Damaged screens, displaced insulation, or activity near soffits, vents, and crawlspace doors.
Repeated travel: Movement along fences, tree limbs, rooflines, or paths leading to sheds and porches.

Attractants & Entry Points

Unsecured garbage, outdoor pet food, fallen or cultivated fruit, accessible water, and dense cover can draw wildlife toward a property. Possible entry points include damaged vent screens, roofline gaps, open garage or shed doors, deteriorated soffits, crawlspace openings, and spaces around utility penetrations.

Inspection, Removal Options & Exclusion Recommendations

We evaluate which animal is present, where it may be entering, and whether dependent young could be inside. Our recommendations depend on the animal’s location, the structure, site conditions, and applicable wildlife regulations.

Wildlife exclusion addresses openings or barriers that allow animals to enter. We can identify exclusion and attractant-reduction considerations during the service process. Structural repairs, contaminated-material cleanup, or insulation replacement may require a separate evaluation by an appropriate contractor.

Live trapping, relocation, and other removal methods are regulated differently by state and locality. Florida property owners should follow current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission requirements for nuisance-wildlife trapping, trap inspection, and legal disposition. In Georgia, guidance from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources may apply, including permit requirements in some circumstances.

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What to Expect From a Possum Assessment

We begin by gathering details about sightings, noises, odors, droppings, and the areas where activity has occurred. We then evaluate likely shelter areas, possible entry points, nearby attractants, and evidence that may distinguish an opossum from another animal.

Our planning process may include:

Reviewing the location and timing of reported activity.
Checking accessible areas for signs of entry or occupation.
Discussing species-appropriate response options and applicable wildlife rules.
Recommending monitoring, attractant reduction, exclusion considerations, or separate repair and cleanup evaluations when needed.

If the assessment identifies related pest conditions, we use environmentally responsible products whenever possible and favor targeted applications and preventive strategies. Same-day service may be available depending on scheduling and the property’s location.

Discuss Possum Activity at Your Property

Our inspection-led approach connects the immediate wildlife concern with potential access points, attractants, and practical next steps. Contact us with the signs you’ve observed and where they’re occurring so we can discuss service availability for your home or business in Southern Georgia or Northern Florida.

Call (229) 404-4872 to request possum control service from Astro Exterminating Services.

Practical Ways to Reduce Opossum Attractants

Reducing accessible food, water, shelter, and entry points can make a property less attractive to opossums and other wildlife. Any changes should reflect the conditions identified during the assessment.

Useful property measures include:

Secure garbage: Use containers with tight-fitting lids and clean up spilled waste promptly.
Store pet food: Bring food indoors overnight or keep it in sealed containers.
Maintain barriers: Check screens, weather seals, crawlspace doors, vents, soffits, and other potential openings.
Reduce shelter: Evaluate dense vegetation, stored materials, and accessible spaces beneath porches, decks, and sheds.

Don’t seal a suspected entry point until you or a wildlife professional has determined that no animal or dependent young remain inside. Avoid approaching, cornering, feeding, or handling a possum. Report bites, scratches, or unusual wildlife behavior to the appropriate animal-control, health, or wildlife authority.

Before trapping or handling nuisance wildlife, Florida property owners should consult current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission guidance. Georgia property owners should review current Georgia Department of Natural Resources requirements where permits or other wildlife-control rules may apply.

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